Data
Ways to make exfiltrated data useless in double extortion attacks
Double‑extortion ransomware — where attackers both encrypt systems and steal (exfiltrate) sensitive data to threaten public release — raises the stakes for defenders. Even with the best prevention, some data may still be taken. The goal then becomes simple and measurable: render stolen data worthless to attackers so they can’t extort you, sell usable assets, […]
Study Reveals It Takes Just 250 Documents to Poison AI Data Models, Research Shows AI-driven Mobile Threats Reshape the Cybersecurity Landscape
Study Finds Only 250 Documents Can Poison AI Models For years, experts assumed that Large Language Models (LLMs) – the backbone of advanced AI systems like chatbots – were difficult to manipulate and required significant expertise to alter. However, new research from the UK-based Anthropic AI Security Institute, in collaboration with the prestigious Alan Turing […]
Research says over 77 percent of data is shared to ChatGPT by employees
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, can be a transformative asset for businesses, enhancing productivity, innovation, and efficiency. However, their effectiveness and safety hinge on how responsibly they are used. Recent findings indicate a growing concern about the potential misuse of these tools in corporate settings, particularly regarding sensitive data […]
How to protect compromised Information after Cyber Attacks
Cyberattacks are increasingly sophisticated, and even the most vigilant organizations can fall victim to them. When sensitive information is compromised in a breach, the immediate focus is on identifying the extent of the damage and restoring normal operations. However, the critical second phase is protecting and mitigating the impact of the compromised data. Here’s how […]
Hackers delete data of Kido Schools children and Google issues alert on Clop ransomware for employees
Hackers deleted data of Kido Schools Hackers have deleted data of Kido schools because they faced strict backlash from parents and online users for stealing images of over 8000 children and posting them online. They have also assured that they will not indulge in such activities in the future. Dubbed as Radiant hacking group linked […]
Data security concerns arise with UK Digital Identity Scheme
In the coming weeks, the United Kingdom is set to roll out a new initiative called the UK Digital Identity Scheme. This system will require individuals to digitally verify their identity for various government services, eliminating the need to present physical documents in the future. The intent behind this move is to streamline public services, […]
Leak of Location data in Ireland and Mobile Apps disclose sensitive data
Location Data Leak in Ireland Raises Alarms Over Privacy and Security A recent investigation by Prime Time, a well-known television program in Ireland, has uncovered a disturbing breach involving the sale of sensitive location data from thousands of individuals in Ireland. This revelation has sparked widespread concern about privacy, security, and the potential misuse of […]
Meta Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Data Security Breach Involving WhatsApp, Sparked by Whistleblower Allegations
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp and Facebook, is currently embroiled in a significant legal battle in a California Federal Court over serious data security breaches that have raised alarms regarding the protection of sensitive user information. The case centers on Meta’s controversial practice of granting access to sensitive user data to over 1,500 engineers—an […]
Ransomware Hackers Show No Humanity, breach Cancer Patients Data
Cybercriminals behind ransomware attacks continue to demonstrate a disturbing lack of humanity by targeting healthcare organizations, including those that serve cancer patients. In a recent and deeply troubling development, the Nova Ransomware group—believed to be part of a larger cybercrime syndicate—announced their intent to leak sensitive data belonging to over 941,000 individuals. This data reportedly […]
China Salt Typhoon Cyber Attack and Espionage Campaign Resurfaces Amidst Alarming New Revelations
China has once again found itself at the center of global cybersecurity concerns, making headlines across Google News and other major platforms. This time, it’s in connection with the controversial Salt Typhoon cyber-espionage campaign—an operation believed to be orchestrated by three private tech firms based in Beijing. While the story has been circulating in media […]
